Royal speech commended by Shura Chairman

Manama, October 16 (BNA): Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al-Saleh has praised the keynote speech of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa marking the opening of the National Assembly's third session of the fourth legislative term. Shura Chairman said that the royal speech focused on promoting unity and citizenship and rejecting dividing and dependence. It highlighted Bahrain's commitment to continue the comprehensive development march and the establishment of the civil state, continue the reform project, promoting tolerance and rejecting extremism. He stressed the Shura's support for the efforts of the national military and security agencies lauded by HM the King in maintaining the homeland's security and stability. He extended gratitude for HRH Crown Prince for attending the opening ceremony of National Assembly.